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A 21-year-old man, Nasire Best, who allegedly believed he was Jesus Christ, was killed by secret service after opening fire outside the White House. Best had a history of loitering and violating orders to stay away from the complex. The incident triggered a lockdown and injured at least one bystander.

US President Donald Trump praised the secret service and law enforcement for their swift action in neutralizing a gunman near the White House. The suspect, identified as Nasire Best, was killed after firing at agents. Trump highlighted the incident's importance for future presidential security, referencing a previous security breach.

In an unexpected twist in his career story, Riz Ahmed disclosed that he faced not one, but three attempts to lure him into the secret services. The first encounter took place at an airport after his gripping performance in 'The Road to Guantánamo,' where he found himself in a heated interrogation about his intentions in the film industry.

Tech giants Apple and Google are urging Canadian lawmakers to amend Bill C-22, seeking judicial oversight and stronger encryption protections. The bill, aimed at faster law enforcement access to data, could allow secret orders for backdoors, sparking concerns about user privacy and trust in encryption. Global attention is on this debate.

President Trump acknowledged the dangers of public office, stating he doesn't dwell on threats to effectively lead. This comes after recent security scares, including a shooting near the White House Correspondents' Dinner and an incident at his Mar-a-Lago resort. He emphasized that consequential leaders face significant risks in a dangerous business.

Forget Bollywood drama; India's intelligence recruitment is mostly through civil services, armed forces, and specialized exams. Agencies like RAW and IB focus on foreign and internal security respectively, with technical roles in cyber intelligence growing. Direct recruitment for positions like IB's ACIO exists, but many join via UPSC after gaining experience

Facing a severe computer chip shortage, US intelligence agencies are increasing their reliance on AI firm Anthropic, despite its blacklisting as a national security threat. A $9 billion emergency fund aims to secure advanced semiconductors for AI models on classified networks, crucial for sifting through vast data and countering foreign adversaries like China.

Vice President J.D. Vance likened his solitary White House presence to Macaulay Culkin in "Home Alone" due to secret service rules preventing him from traveling with President Trump. Vance also cautioned that federal funding for state health insurance programs could be halted if they don't cooperate with the administration's fraud crackdown.

A chance discovery near the Nile River unearthed the Amarna Letters. These ancient clay tablets contain secret diplomatic messages from Egyptian pharaohs to other Bronze Age powers. The letters reveal a complex network of alliances and political dealings. This find offers a rare glimpse into the international relations of the past. It shows how integrated the ancient world was.

James Bond fans rejoice! 007: First Light, a new origin story from IO Interactive, has launched on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Experience a young Bond's journey, featuring stealth, action, and Q's gadgets. Explore exotic locations and face off against a rogue agent and the villain Bawma. A Nintendo Switch 2 release is coming soon.